To add the final bit of pizzazz, here's how you do the oh-so-fancy French tack.

Most high-end ties are closed using a French tack. To make this closure, you want to first make two or three long stitches across the area you want to close.

Slide your needle under the long stitches, making sure you don't catch the fabric.

Making the French tack is a lot like making a blanket stitch. Bring your needle down and over your floss, pulling it tight around the long stitches. Push your stitches close together to make the tack loop.

Here are finished French tacks on both ends of the tie. Super cool! Super chic!